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why would the franchise tax board send me a letter

by Beulah Boyle Published 2 years ago Updated 1 year ago
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The Franchise Tax Board will also send out notices if you owe them money or if there is a discrepancy in your estimated payment amounts. If you’ve received a letter from the Franchise Tax Board, it’s typically because the board has found that you owe back taxes.

Tax return changes
You'll receive a letter in the mail (Notice of Tax Return Change ) with the details of the changes and the updated refund amount. Common changes include: Withholding or payments don't match our records. You don't qualify for a tax credit.
Jun 29, 2022

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How do I get a collection notice from Franchise Tax Board?

Collection notice from a private collection agency on behalf of Franchise Tax Board Your account has been referred to a private collection agency. Contact the agency at the number on the notice. If you don’t pay the balance in full or contact us within 30 days from the date of the notice, we may refer your account to a private collection agency.

How do I reply to the FTB notice?

Fill out the “Reply to FTB” form included with your notice. It allows you to tell us that you (A) already filed a tax return or (B) you don’t have to file or you are unsure if you have to file.

How do I respond to the demand for tax return (FTB)?

You have 30 days from the date on the Demand for Tax Return to respond. Fill out the "Reply to FTB" form included with your notice. It allows you to tell us that you (A) already filed a tax return or (B) you do not have to file or you are unsure if you have to file.

How do I respond to a California business entity tax notice?

Contact the agency at the number on the notice. If you don’t pay the balance in full or contact us within 30 days from the date of the notice, we may refer your account to a private collection agency. We do not have a record of your California business entity income tax return. You have 30 days from the date on the Demand for Tax Return to respond.

Will you be claiming itemized deductions?

How long does it take to protest a proposed tax assessment?

How long do you have to respond to California tax return?

What happens if you have a past due California tax debt?

What is the phone number for a garnishment?

What is California tax money used for?

Why was my tax return selected for review?

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Why would state of California Franchise Tax Board send me a letter?

If FTB or IRS needs to reach a taxpayer to verify a return or discuss a bill, both agencies begin by sending a letter via postal mail. If the taxpayer does not respond, the FTB or IRS may reach out by phone, with courteous agents clearly identifying themselves.

Why do I owe the Franchise Tax Board?

The California Franchise Tax Board is responsible for collecting personal income tax and corporate income tax in the State of California. California taxpayers are required to pay their taxes to the FTB. However, after filing their taxes, many taxpayers still have an outstanding tax bill with the FTB.

Why am I getting a letter from the IRS 2022?

The IRS sends notices and letters for the following reasons: You have a balance due. You are due a larger or smaller refund. We have a question about your tax return.

Why would I get a letter from the state of California?

The State Controller disbursements Bureau has issued a letter to taxpayers who have filed with the state of California recently. The letter states that the taxpayer in question has not submitted a return or any documentation related to their tax filing, and they have been given one year to submit it.

Is franchise tax Board same as IRS?

While the IRS enforces federal income tax obligations, the California Franchise Tax Board (FTB) enforces state income tax obligations. A taxpayer will face collections actions by the FTB because they have ignored the obligation, refused to pay, or are unable to pay an outstanding tax balance that is due and owing.

What happens if I don't pay the franchise tax Board?

Penalty. 5% of the amount due: From the original due date of your tax return. After applying any payments and credits made, on or before the original due date of your tax return, for each month or part of a month unpaid.

Are we getting a stimulus check in July 2022?

The rebate was issued in July and sent automatically to taxpayers who filed a 2021 state return. Another rebate was issued to all taxpayers. Single filers received $500, and joint filers received $1,000. This rebate was split into two equal payments, delivered in June and August 2022.

Are we getting a stimulus check in August 2022?

Additionally, all taxpayers who filed a 2021 return were slated to receive $500, or $1,000 for joint filers, heads of household and surviving spouses. These payments were divided into equal amounts payable in June 2022 and August 2022.

How does the IRS notify you of an audit?

Remember, you will be contacted initially by mail. The IRS will provide all contact information and instructions in the letter you will receive. If we conduct your audit by mail, our letter will request additional information about certain items shown on the tax return such as income, expenses, and itemized deductions.

What does the California Franchise Tax Board do?

The Franchise Tax Board (FTB) is the agency responsible for collecting state personal income taxes in California.

What is an FTB Notice?

An FTB Notice can be a written statement regarding a procedure that affects taxpayers or other members of the public under the Revenue and Taxation Code (R&TC), related statutes, or regulations. In these circumstances, an FTB Notice is equivalent to an IRS Revenue Procedure.

How do I respond to FTB letters?

To find out more about the notice your client received, go to our ftb.ca.gov homepage and select “Respond to a letter ”. You can select Personal or Business to see a list of common notices.

Why do I end up owing state taxes?

Starting a side hustle or changing jobs, underpaying estimated quarterly taxes if you're self-employed, reporting gambling winnings, getting married or divorced, or losing a child tax credit are just some of the many reasons why you might owe state taxes this year.

How do I avoid franchise tax in California?

One way to avoid paying franchise tax is to operate as a sole proprietorship or general partnership—but you would have to sacrifice the liability protection that LLCs and corporations enjoy. Some charities and nonprofits qualify for an California Franchise Tax Exemption.

Do I have to pay California Franchise Tax?

Every corporation that is incorporated, registered, or doing business in California must pay the $800 minimum franchise tax.

What happens if I don't pay California Franchise Tax?

The California Franchise Tax Board imposes a penalty if you do not pay the total amount due shown on your tax return by the original due date. The penalty is 5 percent of the unpaid tax (underpayment), plus 0.5 percent of the unpaid tax for each month or part of a month it remains unpaid (monthly).

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Did you live or do business in California? If so, this will likely be a question for a tax attorney. But my concern is that this could also be a scam.

Common notices | FTB.ca.gov - California

Taxpayers receive notices for numerous reasons. To find out more about the notice your client received, go to our ftb.ca.gov homepage and select “Respond to a letter”. You can select Personal or Business to see a list of common notices.

FTB Notices | FTB.ca.gov - California

List of FTB notices, by year. This Google™ translation feature, provided on the Franchise Tax Board (FTB) website, is for general information only.

I received a "Request to Confirm Tax Return Filing" from the ... - Intuit

I also received the same letter about 4 weeks after I filed my return. I called the number in the letter, expecting to stay on the line for at least 30 min but everything was resolved within 10 min.

This Form and/or a Tax Return Reply to FTB is Due to FTB by From ...

This Form and/or a Tax Return is Due to FTB by Tax return filed Filed under a different name, account number, or entity type FILING ENFORCEMENT SECTION MS F180

What is the most common method used to scam taxpayers?

Phone. Phone scams are the most common method used to scam taxpayers. Phone scams involve a caller claiming to be associated with us. Demand payment and ask for the payment to be made through a pre-paid card, even staying on the phone with you while you go to purchase one.

What does it mean when you receive a suspicious email?

If you receive a suspicious email that claims to be from us requesting personal information , it may be a phishing email. Phishing emails look legitimate because they often use real logos and phone numbers. Delete it from your inbox and your trash folder.

What does FTB ask for?

Asks for passwords for your credit cards, bank account, bank debit card, MyFTB account, email account, personal or business accounts.

What do scammers pretend to do?

Scammers sometimes pretend to be government officials to get you to send them money or access your information.

Can an email be used to steal your identity?

The email may also direct you to a fake website. Once you enter your personal information, it can be used to steal your identity.

Will you be claiming itemized deductions?

You claimed itemized deductions on one or more of your recent tax returns and some of the deductions were higher than normal. (Due to our system limitations, if you filed joint returns, our system sent the letter to only one spouse.)

How long does it take to protest a proposed tax assessment?

You have a right to protest the proposed assessment within 60 days.

How long do you have to respond to California tax return?

We do not have a record of your California personal income tax return. You have 30 days from the date on your notice to respond to the Request for Tax Return.

What happens if you have a past due California tax debt?

You have a past due California income tax debt. If the debt is not paid in full, we will submit the debt to the U.S. Treasury Offset Program. This allows us to offset eligible federal tax payments due to you (such as your federal tax refund) and may result in an additional offset fee.

What is the phone number for a garnishment?

If you have a financial hardship call (916) 845-4064. Make sure you have your company's payroll fax number available in case we modify or release (if paid in full) your order. If you've paid your balance in full, contact us 22 to close the account and release the garnishment.

What is California tax money used for?

Your tax dollars are used to fund education, fire protection, police, and transportation. With 17 million tax returns filed each year, there are still individuals and businesses that do not file their tax return by the due date. What you need to do. File your California income tax return (s) directly with us for free.

Why was my tax return selected for review?

Your tax return was selected for review as a security measure to protect against tax-related identity theft.

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